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Weaning from breastfeeding means starting to breastfeed less and replacing breastfeeding with another source of nutrition, such as infant formula or solid foods. When a baby fully weans, they are no longer getting any nutrition from breastfeeding. The natural weaning process typically begins when a baby starts solid foods at about six months of age. Early weaning is when a baby stops breastfeeding before natural weaning begins. Reasons for Early Weaning Some people choose to wean early, and others have to stop breastfeeding before they want to due to a variety of issues....

Finding the right gift can be stressful, especially when the receiver will be opening gifts from others, such as at birthdays, winter holidays, graduations, retirement parties, and bridal and baby showers. Key Takeaways Gift givers often mistake value over thoughtfulness as being most appreciated by gift recipients.Research shows that gift givers overestimate how much a recipient’s liking of their gift increases or decreases when it compares favorably or unfavorably to other gifts....

A healthy sense of humor can help you deal with tough times. Humor might seem like a soothing balm or a light diversion. But humor is much more powerful than something that simply lulls us or calms us down. In fact, it’s an often overlooked tool in our arsenal in the battle to maintain good health. During times when we are barraged with economic, social, political, and health problems, it’s wise to turn to a not-so-obvious way to protect ourselves....

When you are planning a pregnancy, one of the biggest topics on your mind is how much things cost. Even if money isn’t tight, you probably need to have a budget for the baby and all of the things that you want to buy that come with pregnancy, birth, and parenting—maternity clothes, baby gear, baby furniture, prenatal care costs, and more. So it makes sense that you would wonder how much a doula costs when considering whether or not to use a doula....

The visibility of trauma as a widespread clinical ailment is gaining steam. The general public’s increasing knowledge of trauma is due to how common traumatic experiences are. In a study conducted on general populations across 24 different countries, 70% of participants had experienced at least one traumatic event. In the same study, 30% of folks reported experiencing four or more traumatic events within their lifetime. As the knowledge of trauma expands, there is increased awareness of the different types of trauma responses....

Jealousy is a normal emotion, arising when someone feels insecure about their relationship (whether that relationship is with a romantic partner, a parent, a sibling, or a friend). Everyone experiences jealousy at some point in their lives. But problems can arise when jealousy moves from a healthy emotion to an unhealthy and irrational one. Irrational and excessive jealousy can eventually destroy a relationship. Learn how to deal with jealousy and insecurities in a relationship so that you can overcome this emotion and strengthen your partnership....

There are many ways to fight for social change but they can all put you at risk of burnout if you don’t allow yourself some time to recover and get adequate rest. Fighting for social change has the potential to make a meaningful impact on history, especially if you pay attention to the work that has already been done to inform and guide your efforts. This article will discuss the ways in which you can avoid mental and physical exhaustion as you help to fight for social change....

There is a lot of talk about the importance of self-care—taking time to do things that nourish our bodies and our souls. And while self-care is a vital part of a healthy lifestyle, it’s not the only type of care a person needs, nor is it the only type of care people should focus on. Giving your time and energy to others can be just as nourishing to your soul as taking care of yourself....

In animals, learned helplessness occurs when an animal is repeatedly subjected to an aversive stimulus that it cannot escape. Eventually, the animal will stop trying to avoid the stimulus and behave as if it is utterly helpless to change the situation. Even when opportunities to escape are presented, this learned helplessness will prevent any action. Learned helplessness occurs when a person who has experienced repeated challenges comes to believe they have no control over their situation....

When you are dealing with a challenge in your life, do you feel that you have control over the outcome, or do you believe that you are at the mercy of outside forces? Your answer to this question refers to your locus of control. Our locus of control influences our response to events in our lives and our motivation to take action. If you believe that you hold the keys to your fate, you are more likely to change your situation when needed....

Cytotec (misoprostol) is a medication used to manage a miscarriage when hCG results or ultrasound tests confirm the diagnosis of either a missed miscarriage or blighted ovum. Your doctor may give you this medication as an alternative to a surgical procedure called dilation and curettage procedure (D&C). Another option is to wait for a miscarriage to begin naturally. Learn more about using miscarriage medication to manage pregnancy loss. Misoprostol for Managing Miscarriage Misoprostol is labeled as an ulcer medication but has been found to be an effective option for miscarriage management....

Mixed personality disorder refers to a type of personality disorder that does not fall into the 10 recognized personality disorders. It is possible for people to have traits or symptoms of more than one personality disorder at the same time, while not meeting the criteria for any single one of them. In DSM-IV, this was referred to as “Personality Disorder Not Otherwise Specified (NOS).” This terminology has been replaced in the DSM-5 by “Other Specified Personality Disorder....

Men who exhibit persistent patterns of emotionally immature responses and behavior are sometimes said to have “Peter Pan syndrome.” The term was popularized by a psychologist named Dan Kiley, who published a book in 1983 titled, “The Peter Pan Syndrome: Men Who Have Never Grown Up.“ While it provides a way to organize and discuss the characteristics and behaviors of people who are emotionally immature, Peter Pan syndrome is not an official psychiatric diagnosis....

According to Joseph Ferrari, a professor of psychology at DePaul University in Chicago and author of “Still Procrastinating: The No Regret Guide to Getting It Done,” around 20% of U.S. adults are chronic procrastinators. Procrastination is the act of delaying or putting off tasks until the last minute, or past their deadline. Some researchers define procrastination as a “form of self-regulation failure characterized by the irrational delay of tasks despite potentially negative consequences....

What are some of the risk factors for miscarriage and pregnancy loss? How are risk factors different than causes or symptoms? Risk Factors vs. Causes of Miscarriage Most of the time we don’t know exactly what causes a particular miscarriage. Instead, we usually look for risk factors, or factors that suggest that the chance a miscarriage may occur will be higher than average. The truth is, however, that risk factors regarding miscarriage are a complicated subject....

Rowan is a historically masculine name of Irish and English origins. In Ireland, it’s derived from the Irish name Ruadhán, which means “red-haired.” Its English origins also can be traced to the Irish given name. It was first commonly used as an English surname before being adapted as a first name. It is still a common surname in Ireland and England. Rowan also has an Arabic origin. The Arabic version of the name is typically given to girls and means “a river in paradise....

Starting a new relationship from scratch or maintaining a budding relationship is a tricky endeavor in and of itself. Throw in the added hurdle of dealing with the daily throes of a global medical emergency—and the inability to physically be with that other person—and things become increasingly complicated. This doesn’t mean all dating should cease, though. Key Takeaways Following government and state orders to isolate is of utmost importance as we try to flatten the coronavirus infection curve....

With a high polyphenol content (specifically flavonoids), dark chocolate provides a high concentration of antioxidants that may help to control blood sugar levels, prevent oxidative damage, enhance immunity and help prevent the risk of heart disease. This makes it an easy and tasty treat to indulge in when you’re in the mood for dessert. The best chocolates have a high percentage of cocoa or cacao with little to no additives....

Children entering the third grade who have mastered basic reading and math skills are primed to build upon what they’ve already learned. Third-graders will make more use of reference books and other materials, and they will use third-grade math and science to continue to explore the world around them. They will also begin to think more globally as they learn more about the world beyond home and school, and they will become very interested in learning new things....

One of the upsides of attending middle school is the opportunity to get involved in student government, or other leadership roles. If your tween is thinking about running for student council, it’s good to know a little about the job she may be elected to carry out. Duties of Middle School Officers Let’s explore some of the duties middle school officers might have so you can help your tween know what to expect and make a decision....